Tuesday SOL 12/9/14 - Christmas Letter or Not

As I addressed our Christmas cards over the weekend, I pondered...

Should I just write a note in each card?  Should I just sign our names?

or

Should I write my usual Christmas update letter?

I wondered if the family and friends that I send these updates to, really care about hearing what is happening in our lives.

Then I thought about how I felt when I received a card only to have it signed and no news.  It makes me sad to think that some people only have time to address and sign a card, put a stamp on it and send it on its merry way.  I wonder what's happening in their lives that they are so busy they can't take the time to jot a quick note to let us know all is well.

So, I sat down at the computer and composed a newspaper style letter with pictures to bring everyone up to date with what has been happening in our lives during the year.

What do you do?  Do you just send a card or do you share the happenings of your lives with those you only have contact with once a year?


Comments

  1. elsieDecember 9, 2014 at 5:27 AM

    I'm with you, I am disappointed when there is only a signature. I used to write on each, but then figured I was writing the same thing on each, so I've gone to the update letter. I know your friends love to read about your grandchildren.

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  2. AnonymousDecember 9, 2014 at 9:57 AM

    I like to write an update for those that I only contact at Christmas...especially cousins living out west that I haven't seen for years. Sending them an update on family happenings as well as getting an update on their families somehow helps to keep us closer together.

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  3. Linda BDecember 9, 2014 at 6:39 PM

    I'm not sure what I'll do this year, but if I do send cards, it will be with a newsy note at least. I agree, Judy, I love something else besides a name. Thanks asking.

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  4. MichelleDecember 9, 2014 at 10:32 PM

    I love the updates too! Not the long, drawn out, too many details kind of letter. Just a few highlights and pics. And that reminds me ... need to finish my letter!

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